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respite
noun
verb
a pause from doing something (as work)
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ˈɹɛspɪt
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noun
a pause from doing something (as work)
“we took a 10-minute break”
noun
the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment
noun
an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
noun
a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort
noun
a pause for relaxation
“people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests”
verb
postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution
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Example Sentences
we took a 10-minute break
he took time out to recuperate
people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests
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